How do I track an AWB number starting with 118?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (118-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open TAAG Angola's official cargo tracking page with your shipment pre-loaded.

What if my AWB prefix doesn't match any airline?

If your AWB prefix does not match a known airline, it may be a House AWB (HAWB) issued by a freight forwarder rather than the actual airline. For tracking on the airline's official portal, you need the Master AWB (MAWB), which your freight forwarder can provide.

Prefix Decoded

What is AWB Prefix 118?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 118?

AWB prefix 118 belongs to TAAG Angola (IATA code DT), based in Angola. All air waybills issued by TAAG Angola start with 118-XXXXXXXX.

Q: How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix?

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (000–999). It is the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 118 belongs to TAAG Angola.

Q: Is 118 the only AWB prefix for TAAG Angola?

Yes, 118 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for TAAG Angola. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. TAAG Angola's prefix is 118, so all their air waybills follow the 118-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 118 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for TAAG Angola (DT), based in Angola. Every air waybill issued by TAAG Angola begins with the digits 118, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 118-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 118, you can be certain it was issued by TAAG Angola or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. TAAG Angola operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Major International Hub (HUB). Typical air transit times range from 1 to 3 business days depending on origin and destination.

The IATA prefix system assigns a unique 3-digit code to every member airline, ensuring there is no ambiguity in airway bill identification across the global air freight network. Prefix 118 is exclusively reserved for TAAG Angola and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach TAAG Angola's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 118 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number118

Airline

TAAG Angola

IATA CodeDT

ICAO CodeDTA

CountryAngola

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format118-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 118

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (118) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

118

Airline Prefix
→ TAAG Angola

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

118 always identifies TAAG Angola as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 118-12345678 is a complete, valid TAAG Angola airway bill.

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Prefix Range 100–199

AWB Prefixes Near 118

Not sure you have the right prefix? Browse nearby IATA AWB prefixes to find the correct airline for your air waybill.

Prefix	Airline	Country	IATA	Track
114	El Al	Israel	LY	View
115	Air Serbia	Serbia	JU	View
117	Scandinavian Airlines	Sweden	SK	View
118 You are here	TAAG Angola	Angola	DT	Track
120	Air Koryo	Korea, Democratic People's Republic of	JS	View
124	Air Algérie	Algeria	AH	View
125	British Airways	United Kingdom	BA	View
126	Garuda Indonesia	Indonesia	GA	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 118

What airline has AWB prefix 118? +

AWB prefix 118 belongs to TAAG Angola (IATA code DT, ICAO code DTA), based in Angola. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 118-XXXXXXXX and were issued by TAAG Angola or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 118? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 118-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 118 as TAAG Angola and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 118 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 118 is exclusively assigned to TAAG Angola. The remaining eight digits (after the hyphen) are the unique shipment serial number assigned to your individual cargo. The two parts together form a globally unique shipment identifier: 118-XXXXXXXX.

How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix? +

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (ranging from 000 to 999). It forms the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the standard format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 118 identifies TAAG Angola. IATA maintains a registry of all assigned prefixes and each is unique to one airline.

What is the difference between a Master AWB and a House AWB? +

A Master Air Waybill (MAWB) is issued by the airline — in this case TAAG Angola — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 118. A House Air Waybill (HAWB) is issued by the freight forwarder to the individual shipper and uses the forwarder's own numbering system. For tracking on TAAG Angola's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 118-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 118 the only AWB prefix for TAAG Angola? +

Yes. 118 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for TAAG Angola. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 118, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 118, it is guaranteed to be a TAAG Angola shipment.

What if my 118 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 118 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a TAAG Angola cargo terminal and the AWB has been activated in their system. This typically takes 2–8 hours after acceptance. If your AWB still shows no status after 12 hours, contact TAAG Angola cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.